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Walmart Canada to invest $4.5B in stores, supply chain over the next 5 years
As part of the initiative, the retailer plans to open a distribution center in the spring and five Supercenters by 2027.
By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 10, 2025 -
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GM weighs production shifts, sourcing reviews to mitigate tariffs
CFO Paul Jacobson said it has multiple playbooks to help offset the impact of higher costs throughout its supply chain.
By Larry Avila • Feb. 7, 2025 -
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TrendlineAI in Supply Chain Management
Warehouse automation, logistics management and procurement processes are just a few of the ways companies are using AI to streamline their supply chains.
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Logistics real estate rents drop in US, Canada in 2024
Southern California fueled much of the 7% decline, but demand could heat up this year, according to a Prologis report.
By Max Garland • Feb. 6, 2025 -
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Fashion supply chains: 2025’s risks and trends
A dynamic policy landscape and ongoing de minimis scrutiny are shaping an era of uncertainty for apparel brands and retailers.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 6, 2025 -
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Gulfstream appoints enterprise supply chain leader
In the newly created role, Derek Zimmerman will lead procurement, inventory management, logistics and other operational strategies.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 6, 2025 -
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FedEx confirms 3 more facility closures for Network 2.0
Ship centers in Kentucky, New York and Pennsylvania will close in the coming months as the carrier merges its separate networks.
By Max Garland • Feb. 4, 2025 -
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Manufacturing reenters growth mode in January as demand, production improve: PMI
The news signifies a return to growth after more than two years. Many manufacturers are bracing, however, for possible fallout from the Trump administration’s recent tariff proposals.
By Kate Magill • Feb. 4, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsCanada strikes back with 25% tariffs on select US goods
The tariffs will target $155 billion worth of goods, such as orange juice, beer and motorcycles, with some duties starting Feb. 4.
By Edwin Lopez • Updated Feb. 3, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump issues tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China
The president ordered an additional 10% duty on goods from China and 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, though Canadian energy resources will face a lower rate.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated Feb. 1, 2025 -
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Supply chain outlook 2025: Key trends and risks to follow
The industry expects another year of geopolitical turmoil, severe weather and pricing pressure. Here’s what you should know.
By Kelly Stroh • Updated Feb. 12, 2025 -
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PetSmart upgrades inventory tracking to boost in-store operations
The pet retailer aims to enhance its order fulfillment capabilities by using GreyOrange’s gStore platform.
By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 31, 2025 -
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Nearly half of managers predict layoffs in 2025
Companies may also consider cutting costs by reducing salaries, benefits, bonuses and office space.
By Carolyn Crist • Jan. 29, 2025 -
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How California wildfires are affecting supply chains
While no major warehouse impacts have been reported, a spike in building materials demand could create shortages.
By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 28, 2025 -
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Nearly 3 in 4 workers say they can only meet their basic living expenses
Salaries not keeping up with inflation is one culprit of employees’ financial stress, according to a Resume Now report.
By Ginger Christ • Jan. 28, 2025 -
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Procter & Gamble operations unhindered by Blue Yonder disruption
The consumer goods company built an in-house solution to keep orders moving as its transportation management system provider navigated a ransomware attack.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 27, 2025 -
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Mexico creates nearshoring incentives in push for regional integration
The new package is a pillar of President Claudia Sheinbaum’s long-term plan to bolster the country’s role in North America’s supply chains.
By Edwin Lopez • Jan. 24, 2025 -
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Home Depot supplier adds new supply chain exec
James Beckett will lead procurement and manufacturing strategy for the Peak Group of Companies.
By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 23, 2025 -
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Walgreens to increase stores serviced by micro-fulfillment centers
The drugstore chain previously paused its automated facility rollout because the “experience at the last mile was not what we wanted it to be,” the CEO said.
By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 22, 2025 -
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How retailers are responding to a wave of returns
Companies face a multifaceted balancing act of controlling costs, stopping fraud and maintaining engagement and flexibility for customers.
By Nate Delesline III • Jan. 22, 2025 -
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Walmart invests in automation as it sells robotics arm
The retail giant will fund the buildout of more than 400 accelerated pickup and delivery centers as part of its agreement with Symbotic.
By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 21, 2025 -
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How to handle your H-1B visa skilled workers under next Trump term
Employers should involve their legal staff more deeply as H-1Bs become trickier and more expensive to navigate, an immigration lawyer says.
By Justin Bachman • Jan. 21, 2025 -
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Hapag-Lloyd procurement team enlists digital tool for supplier visibility
The ocean carrier used Craft’s supply chain intelligence platform to help navigate last fall’s East and Gulf Coast port strike.
By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 16, 2025 -
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Goodyear hires SVP of global manufacturing, supply chain
Don Metzelaar will lead the tire maker’s global operations group after the company decoupled the unit from its technology team.
By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 15, 2025 -
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Shippers face short-term challenges after ILA, USMX’s ‘last minute’ deal
Contingency planning ahead of last week’s agreement will complicate supply chain efficiencies temporarily.
By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 15, 2025 -
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UPS rolls out temporary facility closures amid network overhaul
The provisional shutdowns are resulting in layoffs across several states, but the carrier said it plans to reopen the sites in 2026.
By Max Garland • Jan. 15, 2025
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